Wire Gauze – used to spread heat. Graduated Cylinder – used to measure approximate volume. Beaker – used to hold liquid and solid substances. Also used for measuring approximate volume. Test Tube Holder – used to hold test tubes. Evaporating Dish – used to heat and evaporate liquids. Stirring Rod – used to stir or mix liquids. Tripod – used to keep things above alcohol lamps or bunsen burners. Tongs – used to hold or pick solids. Erlenmeyer Flask – used to mix solution multiple times. Florence Flask – used to hold solutions of chemicals. Safety Precautions BEFORE, DURING and AFTER the EXPERIMENT - Do not eat inside the laboratory. - Do not drink any chemicals in the laboratory. - Wash your hands before using any laboratory. - Keep long hair tied back and make sure long necklaces are safely tucked away - Keep your area neat and tidy after using the lab. - Wash your hands after using the lab. BEAKER TEST TUBE